Bynum Is Game Time Decision Against Spurs
The San Antonio Spurs couldn't stop a young big man in their last game. It's uncertain which starting center they'll face when they visit the Los Angeles Lakers.
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The San Antonio Spurs couldn't stop a young big man in their last game. It's uncertain which starting center they'll face when they visit the Los Angeles Lakers.
Kobe Bryant scored 32 points, Pau Gasol had 26, including the go-ahead layup with 1:04 left in overtime, and the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back from consecutive home losses with a 114 106 victory over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night.
Starting center Andrew Bynum is out of the Los Angeles Lakers' lineup for their game against the Houston Rockets with a bone bruise in his left knee.
The Los Angeles Lakers have the NBA's fifth-best record and a huge lead in the Pacific Division.
Kobe Bryant scored his 27,000th career point but couldn't spark his Lakers teammates, who followed up their Christmas home loss to Miami with another flop against the best of the East.
Paul Pierce scored 32 points, Kevin Garnett had 18 points and 13 rebounds with a large bandage over a cut on his head, and the Boston Celtics won their NBA finals rematch with the Lakers on Sunday, overcoming Kobe Bryant's 41 points in a 109-96 victory.
The NBA finals seemed to go on forever last summer, stretching through seven games over two weeks until the exhausted Los Angeles Lakers finally edged the injury-depleted Boston Celtics with their last gasp in the final quarter.
While their former general manager might not think much of how the Los Angeles Lakers play defense, the team itself and most of the NBA might beg to differ.
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade are headed to the All-Star game together, and Derrick Rose gave the Chicago Bulls their first starter since Michael Jordan.
Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson has reiterated this will be his last season working the sideline.
If there are more incentives for the Lakers to beat the Celtics, here it is, the Kevin Garnett, "Beat L.A." basketball shoe.
Kobe Bryant scored 21 points in three quarters and the Los Angeles Lakers led all the way in defeating Utah 120-91 Tuesday night, handing the Jazz their fifth straight loss overall and on the road.
Coming off two fantastic offensive performances, the Utah Jazz felt good about themselves heading into a five-game road trip.
Kobe Bryant blasted the Denver crowd by day and quieted it at night.
Even in retirement, former Los Angeles Lakers guard, coach and GM Jerry West is still regarded as one of the finest talent talent evaluators in the basketball world. When he talks, people listen.
Carmelo Anthony missed the Denver Nuggets' shootaround Friday morning because of what coach George Karl called a personal matter.
Kobe Bryant was concerned about the Los Angeles Lakers' defense in their latest loss. In their recent visits to Denver, they've had the opposite problem.
Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant has championship rings and an MVP trophy, but he's about to get an honor usually reserved for the stars of Hollywood.
Good news, LeBron James: Phil Jackson's significant other totally co-signs your thoughts on contraction!
Jason Kidd broke out of an awful shooting slump to score a season-high 21 points, and Jason Terry and Shawn Marion provided solid scoring as reserves, helping the Dallas Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Lakers 109-100 on Wednesday night and end an ugly six-game losing streak.
The Dallas Mavericks found it difficult to win without Dirk Nowitzki for a nine-game stretch.
Pau Gasol scored 21 points, Kobe Bryant added 21 and seven assists, though he missed three last-minute free throws, and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Oklahoma City Thunder 101-94 Monday night for their eighth win in nine games.
When Los Angeles and Oklahoma City met in last season's playoffs, the top-seeded Lakers eliminated the young Thunder in a competitive first-round series.
A pregnant employee fed up with constant theft at her Ace Hardware wrestled a stolen AC unit away from a would-be thief in Palmdale.
Police in Los Angeles were in pursuit of a possibly stolen vehicle near South LA.
Dozens of customers and some celebrities joined a going-away party for the beloved owner of Kristy's Malibu.
West Nile virus detections have surged in the San Gabriel Valley after an uncharacteristically warm winter and several heat waves led to an explosion in mosquitoes throughout Southern California.
Terryl Call said she was inspired watching her mom, Patricia, become a nurse and care for their father as he fought cancer.
A pregnant employee fed up with constant theft at her Ace Hardware wrestled a stolen AC unit away from a would-be thief in Palmdale.
Police in Los Angeles were in pursuit of a possibly stolen vehicle near South LA.
Dozens of customers and some celebrities joined a going-away party for the beloved owner of Kristy's Malibu.
West Nile virus detections have surged in the San Gabriel Valley after an uncharacteristically warm winter and several heat waves led to an explosion in mosquitoes throughout Southern California.
Terryl Call said she was inspired watching her mom, Patricia, become a nurse and care for their father as he fought cancer.
A pregnant employee fed up with constant theft at her Ace Hardware wrestled a stolen AC unit away from a would-be thief in Palmdale.
Police in Los Angeles were in pursuit of a possibly stolen vehicle near South LA.
Dozens of customers and some celebrities joined a going-away party for the beloved owner of Kristy's Malibu.
West Nile virus detections have surged in the San Gabriel Valley after an uncharacteristically warm winter and several heat waves led to an explosion in mosquitoes throughout Southern California.
Terryl Call said she was inspired watching her mom, Patricia, become a nurse and care for their father as he fought cancer.
The fire was reported just after 2 p.m. near the Ortega Highway, which connects Orange County to Riverside County.
The Orange County coastline is facing significant erosion with the looming El Niño winter, and already some parts of the shoreline are being impacted by the powerful surf.
The city held a ceremony to remember the 82 victims and those affected 40 years later.
A 14-year-old Orange County boy was seriously injured in a crash while he was allegedly riding an e-motorcycle illegally, according to police.
The one-day, nonprofit festival, founded by musician Olivia Rodrigo, features an all-female lineup including performances by Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Katseye, Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and more.
A Riverside County man was arrested for allegedly riding a motorcycle into a crowd of people in Riverside on Wednesday morning, injuring two people.
A Chino man with an elaborate home garden that has drawn scrutiny from neighbors and city leaders, resulting in fines, says that he is being subjected to more penalties despite adhering to city guidelines.
In a last-ditch effort, Supervisor Janice Hahn urged Gov. Gavin Newsom to halt the plan to eradicate mule deer from Catalina Island.
A 54-year-old Riverside County man was arrested last week for a deadly stabbing that happened in the unincorporated community of Mead Valley near Perris.
An 18-year-old was arrested for allegedly cutting down a Flock camera in Temecula on Tuesday night, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Gloria Steinem, co-founder of Ms. Magazine, was a leader in raising awareness about gender equality and violence against women, and for promoting inclusion, representation and social justice for women and girls.
Two people are dead and at least five others are injured, including three officers, after a shooting near 15 East Grant Street Wednesday afternoon in downtown Minneapolis, according to police. The suspected shooter is also dead.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial will resume deliberations Thursday, a day after getting a final "dynamite" instruction from the judge.
CBP informed Gregory Bovino in an email on March 2 that the agency was "conducting an official Inquiry into allegations of misconduct reported to CBP." He initiated retirement 16 days later.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
CBP informed Gregory Bovino in an email on March 2 that the agency was "conducting an official Inquiry into allegations of misconduct reported to CBP." He initiated retirement 16 days later.
The whistleblower, described by lawyers as a federal official, disclosed information about the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Thomas Saggese hit a go-ahead single in the 10th inning, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to an 8-6 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Cam Schlitter gave up one run and two hits in eight superb innings, and the New York Yankees scored five two-out runs in 10th in a 6-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Eric Lauer is on the injured list with left elbow inflammation.
The Clippers will forfeit five future first-round draft picks, while Leonard must pay the league $700,000.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Police in Los Angeles were in pursuit of a possibly stolen vehicle near South LA.
West Nile virus detections have surged in the San Gabriel Valley after an uncharacteristically warm winter and several heat waves led to an explosion in mosquitoes throughout Southern California. Nicole Comstock reports.
Dana White joins Chris Hayre for a look ahead to a stacked September for the UFC and Zuffa Boxing!
A pregnant employee fed up with constant theft at her Ace Hardware wrestled a stolen AC unit away from a would-be thief in Palmdale. Hunter Sowards reports.
Dozens of customers and some celebrities threw a going-away party for the beloved owner of Kristy's Malibu. Brittney Ermon reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
